Power BI Essentials: Data Analytics & Business Intelligence

Learn Power BI step by step: data modeling, visualization, dashboards & business insights for beginners.

What you'll learn
- How to connect Power BI to different data sources (Excel, CSV, SQL, etc.) and prepare the data for analysis.
- How to clean, transform, and shape data using the Power Query Editor.
- How to create interactive visualizations, reports, and dashboards in Power BI.
- How to use DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) for calculations, measures, and advanced analysis.
- How to share Power BI reports and dashboards with others for collaboration.
- How to apply best practices in data visualization and business intelligence.

Requirements
- No prior experience with Power BI is required, as this course starts from the basics.
- A willingness to learn and explore data to gain insights.
- An internet connection to download Power BI Desktop (free from Microsoft) and access course materials.
- A basic understanding of Microsoft Excel is helpful, but not mandatory.
- Learners should have a computer with Windows OS (Power BI Desktop does not fully support Mac).

Description
Unlock the power of your data withMicrosoft Power BI, one of the world’s leading tools for data analysis and visualization. This beginner-friendly course is designed to take you from the basics of Power BI to building interactive dashboards and meaningful business reports that drive real decisions.

You’ll start by learning how toconnect Power BI to various data sourcesand clean your data for accurate reporting. From there, we’ll dive intodata modeling, where you’ll understand relationships, measures, and calculated columns. You’ll then learn to create stunningvisualizations and interactive dashboardsthat transform raw numbers into insights anyone can understand.

By the end of this course, you will know how to:

Import and prepare data from different sources.

Model your data effectively for analysis.

Use DAX functions to perform advanced calculations.

Design professional dashboards with charts, maps, and KPIs.

Share reports across your organization or with clients.

Whether you’re a student, professional, entrepreneur, or job seeker, this course gives you the practical skills you need to succeed in today’s data-driven world. No prior experience with Power BI is required; just your laptop, free Power BI Desktop, and the eagerness to learn.This course is surely going to leave you with the necessary Business INtelligence skills required to succeed in your role as a Data or Business Analyst

Who this course is for:
- Beginners who want to learn data analysis and business intelligence using Power BI.
- Excel users who are ready to move beyond spreadsheets and create interactive dashboards.
- Business professionals, managers, and entrepreneurs who want to make data-driven decisions.
- Students, job seekers, and career changers looking to add data analytics skills to their portfolio.
- Anyone curious about turning raw data into meaningful insights with visuals and reports.
More Info